India Nepal Sri Lanka Tour

ARRIVAL IN COLOMBO AIRPORT / NEGOMBO

Upon arrival in Colombo Airport, you would be welcomed and greeted by our representatives and transferred to your hotel in Negombo for check-in (Time 1400 hrs daily).Evening: visit Negombo. 

Negombo - a famous fishing village North of Colombo, with a Dutch built Canal. The canal itself is a hive of activity with fishermen traveling up and down in their gaily-painted boats. On the shores of the canal you will find many homes and churches and many species of birds including spectacular Kingfishers. Catamaran trips in the sea and boat trips in canal can be organized. Diving facilities are available in this quaint village. The streets on either side of the Hotels are dotted with Souvenir Shops, Restaurants etc. Dinner and overnight stay is in Negombo.

KANDY / PERADENIYA / KANDY

After breakfast visit the Kandy city with an early morning visit to the Temple of the Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. 

Visit the Dalada Maligawa where Buddhists all over the world venerate the sacred tooth relic of the Buddha. Watch the traditional rituals performed daily by the religious dignitaries of the temple in keeping with the cultural heritage of the country. The 'Raja Wasala' and the 'Magul Maduwa' within the Royal Palace complex dating back to 1784 explains the unique wooden craftsmanship in this historic temple.

Sri Lanka's second city is Kandy, a beautiful historical city in the citadel of the country. It is not only known for its great kings who ruled the city for almost 225 years independently until the British took over in 1815, but it is also the place where the Sacred Tooth of the Buddha is laid in a magnificent temple. The incomparable Perahera celebration, a procession of more than 100 elephants, is held during the month of August every year. The City of Kandy was known in the early days as "Senkadagalapura", is a World Heritage Site. Kandy lies in a triangular valley surrounded by mountains and tea plantations, resembling a sheet of green velvet covering the hills. A modern commercialized location serving as the hub of the central province remains the Cultural Capital of Sri Lanka with a rich heritage of living monuments. At the centre of the city lie an artificial lake and the temple of the sacred tooth relic of the Buddha, which is the holiest shrine in the country. The 'Upper Lake Drive' will give a panoramic view of the City of Kandy. In this city, it is also a good shopping location to see and purchase Gem and Jewellery, Handicrafts, Silks and other items. A complete introduction to all Sri Lanka Gems is made when one visits a Gem and Jewellery emporium.

Also visit a spice garden in Matale.

For centuries, spices have been one of Sri Lanka's celebrated exports. Spices are grown mostly in home gardens (as a home industry) and used to flavor food as well as for medicine and cosmetics. Visit a spice garden and sample scents and flavors such as cinnamon, ginger, pepper, vanilla, cardamom etc.

Thereafter, visit the Royal Botanical Gardens.

Peradeniya Botanical Gardens is located less than four miles from Kandy on the Colombo road. Being 1540 feet above sea level, it covers approximately 150 acres and well known for its large variety of plants and creepers. The best attraction is the orchid house, which houses more than 300 orchids and the nutmeg grove. Established in 1821 the garden receives an annual rainfall of 85" and recently highlighted in the New Strait Times of America as "One of the Best Kept Secrets of Kandy". Late evening: witness the annual Kandy Esala Perahera. Dinner and overnight stay is at the hotel in Kandy.

NUWARA ELIYA / YALA

After breakfast, transfer to Yala and check-in is at the hotel. 

Later afternoon: visit Yala National Park on a 4x4 Jeep Safari.

Yala is approximately 1,259 sq. km in extent and is located in the southeastern corner of the island. Its northern boundaries border the Lahugala Elephant Sanctuary and it has the added bonus of scenic ocean frontage. The terrain is a varied course of flat plains altering with rocky outcrops. The vegetation ranges from open parklands to dense jungle. Water holes, small lakes, lagoons and streams provide water for the animals and birds. The specialty here is the large numbers of elephants. Dinner and overnight stay is at Yala

BENTOTA

After breakfast, full day is at leisure on the beach or by the pool. 

At the other end of "The Golden Mile" is Bentota, a popular tourist destination. An hour and a half drive from Colombo will bring you to this well-developed town that sits on an estuary where the river and the sea meet. This makes Bentota famous for windsurfing, scuba diving and snorkeling. Boat rides on the 'Bentara Ganga' will take you to islands, which are worth exploring. Excursions to Kosgoda, Hikkaduwa, Unawatuna and Galle, could be arranged from this town. Accommodations ranging from five star hotels to guesthouses are available in abundance. Dinner and overnight stay is at the hotel.

NEGOMBO / DEPARTURE FOR DELHI

After breakfast, from the hotel, transfer to the international airport for your india (delhi) flight 

(Passengers must report to airport 03 hrs prior to the scheduled departure flight time)

Arrive at Delhi, You are then driven to your hotel where you are assisted with your check in. The next day's plans are briefly reviewed and the Travel Facilitator. Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.fatehpur sikri, agra tour

DELHI / JAIPUR (265 KM / 5 HRS DRIVE)

Visit morning Laxmi Narayan Temple in Delhi then visit Giant Shiva Statue and drive to Jaipur. Arrival jaipur & transfer to hotel. And Pink city Jaipur Bazar and Hawa Mahal visit. 

Overnight stay at Hotel in Jaipur.

JAIPUR / FATEHPUR-SIKRI / AGRA

After breakfast, drive towards Agra. En- route visit Mughal Dynasty's Fatehpur Sikri, the magnificent red sandstone fort. It was established by the Emperor Akbar in commemorate of Saint Salim Chisti, who predicted the birth of three sons to Akbar. It was the capital of Emperor Akbar but the city was abandoned dramatically mainly due to lack of water. 

Continue drive towards Agra. Overnight stay at hotel in Agra.

FLY TO KATHMANDU

This is the day of your arrival in Kathmandu airport (TIA). At the airport, your tour guide welcomes you and then transfers you to your hotel. After refreshment, we will go to visit Kathmandu Durbar Square. 

Kathmandu Durbar Square: Situated in the heart of the city, Kathmandu Durbar Square is one of the attractive monuments you visit during your trip in Nepal. This complex of temples and old royal palace (Durbar) of the city represents Nepalese art and architecture linking the old with the new ones. This site has played central role in political, cultural and artistic life of the country. The oldest monument dates back to 12th century where Durbar square flourished in the 17th, 19th century during the reign if Malla and Shah Monarchs. In this tour in Nepal, you will get an opportunity to see Kumari, the living goddess. 'Kumari Chhen', a building with beautifully carved doors and windows, houses a little girl whom people worship as living goddess of power. People consider that will bring good luck if they get chance to look at her. Get 'Darshan' (glimpse) of her and be blessed for your onward trip in Nepal. Overnight in hotel.

BHAKTAPUR DURBAR SQUARE

Early in the morning, you could enjoy optional mountain flight tours to mount Everest. In the afternoon, we will tour to Bhaktapur Durbar Square. In the dusk, you will be capturing sunset view from Nagarkot.

Optional Mountain flight to the Everest: Using a modern jet-stream aircraft, enjoy glorious Himalayas from the height of approximately 25,000 feet. This breathtaking journey takes you close to the highest point of the world - Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga (3rd highest peak), Makalu, Cho-Yu, Lhoste, as well as Tibetan plateau. During your flight above the clouds, you will get lifetime approach to the glaciers, lakes, rivers and gorges from your individual window. Enjoy aerial photography capturing magnificent landscapes of Nepal. As an alternative of this one-hour flight, you can have helicopter flight as well.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square: This Square is an open museum holding exciting palace, courtyards, royal bath, sculptures, pagodas, Shikhara style temples and Buddhist monastery along with exclusive architecture. In other words, this is the most beautiful Durbar you visit in your Nepal tours. Though 1934 earthquake brought bad luck to its structure, still the remaining monuments are the finest examples of the medieval excellence. Just near the square, you will visit the traditional painting School, the dying art of Nepal which is the best souvenir from Nepal. Besides palace complex, five storied temple with most appreciated architecture, the Pottery Square, Dattatraya Square and Peacock window are some other things to see in Bhaktapur.

Nagarkot: Nagarkot tour offers countryside drive after your couple of days in Nepal. Nagarkot, literally known as 'the fort of the town', was army training centre in the past. In the recent years, it is developed as resort village. Located 15 Km far from the Bhaktapur main city and 30 Km east of Kathmandu, it is an ideal place to enjoy hide and seek with the sun. Besides sunrise and sunset view, this is also one of the best places to enjoy the glimpse of mountain range if the weather is clear.

THIS IS THE DAY OF JUNGLE SAFARI IN CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK.

It includes elephant back safari, nature walk, a visit to elephant breeding camp and canoeing along Rapti River which offers an opportunity to watch various flora and fauna including baby elephants, rhino, crocodiles and a number of bird species. 

Chitwan National Park: Established in 1973, this park is UNESCO heritage site since 1984. The core area of the park is 932 Km2 where buffer zone is 750 Km2. Being one of the best national parks in south Asia, it is sweet home of 600 plant species, 539 birds, 56 mammals and 49 amphibians and reptiles. One � Horned Rhinos, Royal Bengal Tigers, monkeys, leopards, wild boar, wild dogs, wild cats, python, gharial, and marsh crocodile are found in Chitwan National Park. Moreover, hornbills, peacock/hen, red-headed trogon, woodpeckers are some of the local bird species here. Paradise flycatcher, parakeets and Indian pitta are the summer migrants. On the other hand, Siberian birds like pintails, waterfowl and bar-headed geese can be seen in winter.

POKHARA TOURS

Early in the morning, we will have sunrise tour. After breakfast and in the afternoon, we will visit cave, waterfall, river gorge, temple and the coast of the lake. 

Pokhara: The term 'Pokara' is the deviated form of 'Pokharee' which means 'Lake'. So, simply speaking, Pokhara is the city of lakes. However, this second largest town of Nepal is equally famous for natural caves which are older than 5000 years. David Fall is one of the natural wonders where water goes in the earth that can be seen from the lower part of Gupteshwar - the Cave of Hidden God. Sarankot is an ideal hillock to enjoy paragliding and breathtaking scene of sunrise above the Himalayas. The town has most famous Fewa Lake with a shrine on its island. Pokhara, the most visited town by the outsiders and native tourists, is also the choice of those who are fond of boating.

FINAL DEPARTURE FROM KATHMANDU

After breakfast, you will be picked up to transfer you to the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu. We would like to thank you for providing an opportunity to operate your tour in Nepal. Have safe journey. Namaste!